By Guest 
The clock is ticking, and BTS fans—known as ARMY—are on edge as leader Kim Namjoon, or RM, approaches the end of his mandatory military service.
A recent X post by user @rolypoly97, originally shared on October 28, 2024, has reignited excitement, boldly declaring that RM has just 109 days left until his discharge on June 21, 2025. Enlisted on December 11, 2023, under South Korea’s strict Military Service Act, RM’s return is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated comebacks in k-pop history.
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South Korea’s mandatory military service, a duty for all able-bodied men typically lasting 18-21 months, has kept BTS members on a staggered hiatus since 2022.
RM, now 30, joined fellow members Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook in fulfilling this national obligation, leaving fans counting the days until the group’s full reunion. Jin, the eldest, was the first to complete his service in June 2024, while the others remain on active duty—except for Suga, whose rumored exemption due to health issues has sparked endless debate.
The X post, a simple yet electrifying update, has ARMY buzzing. “Namjoon’s almost back—109 days feels like forever but we’re so close!” one fan tweeted, while another mused, “Once RM’s out, it’s game on for BTS 2025.” The countdown reflects not just impatience but the global phenomenon’s enduring grip on millions, who’ve waited through enlistments that temporarily sidelined the world’s biggest boy band.
Exemption rumors have swirled around BTS for years, with some arguing their cultural impact—boosting South Korea’s economy by billions—warranted a pass. Yet, the members chose service over special treatment, a move that’s only deepened their fans’ respect. As RM’s discharge nears, the question looms: will BTS reunite for a historic comeback? With 109 days to go, the world is watching—and waiting.